**Is another Super Bowl in the works for New Jersey? Owners of both the Giants and Jets are interested in bringing the Super Bowl back to the MetLife Stadium. New Jersey officials, however, are less enthusiastic about the idea claiming that New York City stole too much of the spotlight during the 2014 Super Bowl, which was the first to be hosted in New Jersey. However, according to team owners the Super Bowl could be back at MetLife Stadium in as little as five years. —The Record
**Jersey City has the third highest rent in the country, according to a new report from ApartmentList.com. The median rent for a 2BR in Jersey City is $3,080 per month. By comparison, San Francisco came in first with a median rent of $4,780 for a 2BR, whereas New York City came in second at $4,450. Nationwide the median price for a 2BR is $1,300. —CNN
**Jersey City Eats reports that Noodlefan is opening its second Jersey City outpost in the Journal Square area. The Thai restaurant — which has another location at 514 Central Avenue — will join PJ Ryan’s, which is also setting up shop nearby. —Jersey City Eats
**Two of New Jersey’s largest health care systems — Barnabas Health and Robert Wood Johnson Health System — have merged to create the state’s largest hospital and medical network. (This includes Jersey City Medical Center). Initially, patients will not notice any changes, but proponents of the merger say it will eventually stabilize the cost of health care, expand services, and prevent layoffs. Some experts, on the other hand, worry the loss of competition could potentially drive up prices. —The Record
**The Jersey City Free Public Library — which was supposed to re-open on March 31 — will remain closed through September 6, reports the Jersey Journal. The library is undergoing a $15 million facelift that is taking longer than expected. —Jersey Journal
**The results of Jersey City’s third-party lead tests have returned and the tests appear to meet state and federal standards, say city officials. “The results we received this week confirm what we believed, but we will continue to be proactive when it comes to health matters affecting our residents,” said Mayor Steve Fulop, as cited by the Jersey Journal. —Jersey Journal
Events
**On Thursday, April 7 at 5pm, The Citizen is celebrating its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by Mayor Steve Fulop. The Citizen will also reveal “Citizens of Jersey City” — a new photography exhibit cooridnated through the efforts of the late David Cortez. The black-and-white photo exhibit highlights Jersey City’s depth and diversity. Featured photographers include David Cortez, Greg Pallante, and Chanse Gierbolini, among others. There will also be live music, food, and drinks. —The Citizen
**On Thursday, April 7 at 7pm, Tea NJ is hosting Jersey City Slam, a performance poetry competition with up to eight poets battling out for a chance to represent Jersey City at the National Poetry Slam. Admission is free. —Tea NJ
**On Friday, April 8 at 6pm, Battello will host the 10th annual Hudson County CASA wine tasting. Hudson CASA is a non-profit organization committed to advocating for the best interests of foster children. The event is Hudson County’s largest wine tasting event. Guests will enjoy wines from around the world, as well as food and dessert. Tickets are $100 per person. —Hudson County CASA
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